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The Essex Golf and Country Club

Property class: 3
Enjoy 2 bars/lounges at this 3-star Colchester hotel

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A spacious lobby with a central reception desk, a high ceiling, and a glass railing overlooking the area.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, and multiple framed pictures on the wall.
An indoor swimming pool with clear lanes, a high ceiling with a triangular design, and a view of the outside through large windows.
A view of a golf course with a clubhouse and a fenced area.
A spa area with a hot tub, tiled floor, windows, and potted plants.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Earls Colne, Colchester, England, CO6 2NS
  • Place, Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, East Anglian Railway Museum
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Colchester Zoo
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (STN-Stansted)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, a small table, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)
  • 235 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, a desk, and a TV.

Deluxe Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • 235 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a phone, and framed pictures on the wall.

Superior Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Golf view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a mirror above the bed.

Family Double Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a round table, and a chair.

Twin Room Disability Access

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Colchester

In Colchester .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this hotel, you'll find Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum and Paycockes. East Anglian Railway Museum and Halstead Leisure Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Marks Hall Gardens and Arboretum - 10 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Paycockes - 11 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • East Anglian Railway Museum - 11 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Colchester Zoo - 22 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Layer Marney Tower - 25 min drive - 14.7 miles

Getting around

  • Marks Tey Station - 13 min drive
  • Stansted Airport (STN) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Courtyard Tap - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Black Horse Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bull Hotel - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪White Hart Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kofi - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Essex Golf and Country Club

Enjoy 2 bars/lounges at this 3-star Colchester hotel
The Essex Golf and Country Club offers its guests a full-service spa, a golf course, and outdoor tennis courts. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and a meeting room are available. An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a health club are also featured at the business-friendly The Essex Golf and Country Club. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Colchester hotel is smoke free.

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Essex Golf and Country Club offers 42 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Aura has 3 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 16 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor tennis courts
  • 4 indoor padel courts
  • 6 indoor tennis courts
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf course
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 30
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 30

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 10.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 16 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 30 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Children under 17 years of age are allowed in the pool from 10 AM-7 PM Monday-Friday and 9 AM-7 PM on weekends.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 8:30 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Club Essex
Essex Club
Essex Country Golf Club
Essex Golf Club
Essex Golf Hotel Colchester
Essex Golf Country Club Colchester
Essex Golf Country Club Hotel Colchester
Golf Club Essex
Essex Golf & Colchester
Essex Golf & Country Club Hotel
Essex Golf & Country Club Colchester
Essex Golf & Country Club Hotel Colchester

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Essex Golf and Country Club to the airport?

The Essex Golf and Country Club is 25.9 mi (42-min drive) away from the Stansted Airport (STN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Essex Golf and Country Club?

As of Sep 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Essex Golf and Country Club on Sep 20, 2026 start from $91, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Essex Golf and Country Club have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Essex Golf and Country Club.

How close is The Essex Golf and Country Club to the beach?

This hotel is 16.6 mi (49-min drive) from Mill Beach.

Does The Essex Golf and Country Club offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Essex Golf and Country Club, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 16 for adults and GBP 8 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Essex Golf and Country Club?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Essex Golf and Country Club?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in costs GBP 30 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Essex Golf and Country Club?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Essex Golf and Country Club have a pool?

The Essex Golf and Country Club features an indoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:30 AM to 8:30 PM.

Does The Essex Golf and Country Club have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Essex Golf and Country Club have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Aura, where you can enjoy body treatments, deep-tissue massages, and body scrubs.

How close is The Essex Golf and Country Club to downtown Colchester?

The Essex Golf and Country Club is 0.9 mi away from Earls Colne.

The Essex Golf and Country Club Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 337 out of 887 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 295 out of 887 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 887 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 887 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 887 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Grazio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice Hotel would easily recommend as was very good value for money. good food and nice staff - rooms are spacious and beds are large and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Freddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, helpful staff, peaceful location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice overnight stay, easy check in and the pool was good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location. Amazing room. definetly stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good staff and clean room
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were really friendly and helpful and I enjoyed full use of the pool and spa. Room was clean and comfortable but the bathroom was just showing signs of wear - crack in the sink.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay here most weeks for work and always made to feel at home and comfortable in the room booked Staff are always helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spa and pool was excellent and the gym fantastic. Quiet location, a little out of the way. Nice room and extra large bed. Bathroom a bit dated but acceptable. Nice bar, golf course and tennis facilities including paddle courts.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

robert

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Ground floor deluxe double room next to the car park. Delivery vans and cars made it a very noisy room from an early hour. Spa and gym were nicely maintained and fully kitted out.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room and staff and good breakfast and hot tub nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great room and view.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful, although check inn at 10.30pm proved sketchy Great leisure facilities, with use of pool etc allowed on the day of departure
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sukhjit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in very easy Reception staff extremely helpful All areas very clean Shame about the weather for golf but obviously not down to the hotel but did manage to get 9 holes played Left feeling very relaxed and refreshed
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No signs for the exit in the ladies pool changing room, and nowhere to leave your room key, which activates your locker, if you can work out how to do it. Nice pool and jacuzzi though, rooms could do with a deep clean, but daily basics are done and it's comfortable. Staff are very helpful and happy to help with queries, rooms spacious and mine had a lovely view, plenty of (free) parking.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Shervin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms resembled university halls. No one cleaned our room overnight. Poor condition throughout.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff and a lovely room looking out onto the golf course
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing place amazing staff a great hidden treasure
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great welcome despite a late check in Comfy room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amenities, staff just a pleasurable stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Everything was fab about this hotel, it's location for us was absolutely key. Room was really clean, separate to the the main building and amenities for pool, bar and
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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